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The Face of a Stranger (Anderson Price Promo) (William Monk Novels

Anne Perry · 1990

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The Face of a Stranger (Anderson Price Promo) (William Monk Novels by Anne Perry. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Violence, Alcohol or drugs; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

The central plot revolves around a murder investigation.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of crime scenes and bodily injuries, but not gratuitous.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Language is appropriate for the period, with no excessive profanity.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Reflects the role of religion in Victorian societal life.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Contains romantic undertones and developing professional relationships.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

The murder investigation, amnesia, danger, and dark Victorian atmosphere create suspense, but the available evidence does not suggest intense horror or graphic scares.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Minor references to sexual matters relevant to the plot of Victorian-era scandals.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Social drinking and smoking typical of the 19th-century setting.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains descriptions of murder and physical altercations consistent with the Victorian mystery genre.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows persistence in the face of fear and memory loss.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages analytical thinking and problem-solving through the mystery format.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The story includes differing Victorian social classes, but the available evidence indicates limited representation of diverse identities, backgrounds, and lived experiences.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Provides historical insight into Victorian society, law, and medical practice.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters exhibit varied levels of empathy amidst difficult investigations.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of personal identity, morality, and justice.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Monk acts with determination, though he struggles with his own ethical ambiguity.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
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